As part of a project, I am attempting to teach my 17-year-old life skills. As part of this, I am culling recipes that to me stand out as must haves. A few basics that taste great, fill you up, and are affordable - and impress friends in your early 20's. One can do so much… Continue reading Homemade Mac and Cheese
Tag: quick pasta dishes
Summer Squash & Basil Pasta
Let me brag for a second. My basil is amazing this year. That means I am sure it will flop over in the night, since I just bragged 😛 I can grow most anything, but basil and me....we don't do well together. I almost always kill it via root rot. Well, this year? My 4… Continue reading Summer Squash & Basil Pasta
Pan-Roasted Corn & Ricotta Pasta
Summer might not be my favorite season, because while it is pretty, the heat isn't something I like (I wilt), but it is my favorite for the seasonal produce. The local farmer's market opens this weekend, and now we live within walking distance! I get more inspired in my cooking once it warms up and… Continue reading Pan-Roasted Corn & Ricotta Pasta
Spicy Artichoke & Chickpea Spaghetti
Last week I received a sample of Outer Spice Spicy low salt seasoning. Outer Spice makes 2 blends, regular and spicy, in both low salt and salt free. Being that it was late and someone (me) had been out in the yard with the boys all afternoon...I quickly pulled together a pasta based dinner and… Continue reading Spicy Artichoke & Chickpea Spaghetti